How to self-publish your book :
a practical guide to creating and distributing your E-book or print book /

Introduction: there's no stopping you now --Part I.The basics: Tools and services.Recommended tools and services: the short list ;The pitfalls of using self-publishing packages ;Buying ISBNs and getting into the 'Books in Print' database ;The easiest, cheapest, fastest way to self-publish your book ;Formats: print, E-books, rich media books, apps and games ;Tools for creating sophisticated enhanced E-books and apps ;The need for professional editing and design --Part II.Going above and beyond.Metadata: the essential passive marketing tool ;Social media marketing: will write for publicity ;Where's the money? Royalties, fees and stores ;How to copyright your work ;Professional printing on demand (POD) with Lightning Source ;New self-publishing tools even change the way we write ;Literary agents as self-publishing consultants.